Couples Counseling Therapists in Murrieta, CA

Are you in CRISIS? Has SADNESS, ANXIETY, SHAME or ANGER robbed you of joy? Are you having trouble coping with either painful emotions or relationships? You do not have to face it alone! I offer compassionate, shame-free and practical therapy for ADULTS, COUPLES or TEENS who are wrestling with challenging individuals, situations, changes in emotions and desire change! As a former mental health therapist and active crisis counselor, I've had the privilege of counseling a wide spectrum of clientele for the past decade. My treatment preferences to counseling consist of CBT, strength based, interpersonal and solution-focused modalities.

Think on this... Do you find that you are struggling with emotional issues/psychological disorders, dealing with life obstacles or performance issues, overwhelmed with the nagging and always-present stumbling blocks that affect your self-confidence and growth, have trouble navigating relationship difficulties, or you just want to figure out better ways to handle everyday stresses and take better care of yourself? Let's talk. I have extensive training and experience in working in areas of psychological disorders, relational issues, performance optimization, and other life and wellness concerns.

I am a generalist who works with adult clients on a variety of different issues including depression, insomnia, anxiety and panic, PTSD, anger, relationships, parenting, and many other concerns. I also conduct bariatric and spinal cord stimulator pre-surgical evaluations.

I understand the apprehension in seeking therapy and counseling. I also understand the importance of obtaining therapy in a safe and non-judgmental environment. There are times when we all face a need to seek counsel and professional therapy with someone who is able to relate to your struggles. My clients are provided a safe and understanding environment; an environment where we are able to focus on "solutions". My experience includes working with children, teens and adolescents in the schools environment and in my private practice; teaching them positive coping skills to address anger management issues.

We offer telehealth appointments to make accessing therapy easier! You can speak with us using a secure, encrypted video conferencing platform. This allows you to seek therapy from the comfort of your own home, eliminates the need and expense of childcare and cuts out travel time.

Hi I'm Kristen! I am a huge advocate for early intervention and looking into childhood for answers to issues in adulthood. I have worked with families, adults, veterans, parents, single mothers, couples , and children. I have worked with a wide variety of issues including addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, relationship distress, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, OCD, ADHD, and more. My favorite therapy modalities are CBT, TFCBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, Family systems, and Solution focused.

I am a therapist who is best suited in working with individuals couples and families who are experiencing life/parenting and or grief and loss issues. I also work well with the child/adolescent/teen population of today's generation. One of my specialties includes domestic violence issues. Other specialties include women's issues as well as couples transitioning into retirement stages in life. I do enjoy running self-esteem groups as well as children's art therapy groups

As we navigate life issues arise that at times seems insurmountable and in those moments you may feel so alone and untethered. My goal is to work with you on your journey towards empowerment, symptoms reduction, and realizing that change is possible.

Have you or a family member been struggling with anxiety of depression? Trauma or grief? If so, I am here to support you. Throughout my years of experience I have worked with teens, young adults, adults, families and couples . I have an emphasis on working with foster youth and families, trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. I have a desire to walk alongside each of my client’s, providing encouragement and a non-judgmental space, so that clients can navigate through various areas of their life. I look forward to connecting and assisting you in achieving your goals.

I have successfully counseled individuals, couples and families for over twenty years. My background includes working with people who are suffering from stress related anxiety/depression/ addictions and child abuse. I specialize in grief counseling and child custody cases in helping the individuals and the children to adjust. I offer child play therapy, parenting resources/classes and addiction group therapy. Call me, and together we will discover the answers to the challenges that you are currently facing.

You are exhausted and running on empty. You feel anxious, irritable and overwhelmed all the time. You keep telling yourself, "tomorrow will be different". Maybe you’re experiencing some life changes. Some days it feels like your worries, fears, and self-doubt are completely taking over. Our lives are too short to lose precious time to unhappiness, feeling hopeless, and being stuck in the same vicious cycles. Therapy can give you a personalized roadmap to help you design a life you love.

Are you living the life that you like? Are you happy? I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship issues. My style is non-judgmental and warm. Let me help you to create the life you would like.

Ever find yourself yearning for a special place... a safe, comfortable, soothing space where you can feel free to let your guard down and express your inner most thoughts and feelings? My clients tell me I am "that place" for them. While helping you to express your thoughts, we will also be identifying patterns and themes in your thinking/behaving that may be leading to unhealthy assumptions about others and yourself, problems in your relationships and the sense that even though the people may be different you seem to be experiencing the same unfulfilling relationship , and problems in how you view yourself and the world.

I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Teletherapy ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or chronic pain/illness, I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person and therefore tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.

Have you been trying so hard to get ahead but still feel like you can't seem to keep your head above water? With the immense pressure there can be to meet the demands of life, work, and family, it can be hard to keep up and have hope that it will change for the better. We all want to be happy and fulfilled, but yet that can feel impossible at times. If this sounds familiar, I'd like to help by providing you with the guidance and support that can see you through these difficult times in your life.

I'm a client-centered therapist, who believes in meeting the patient where they are in their process and life's journey.

Hello/Hola, My ideal client is someone who desires to fulfill their potential and become the best person they can be. While working together we will strive towards identifying a capable path and managing life’s difficulties. My hope is that you will build insight through our work together and create lasting changes in your life. I will provide you with a non-judgmental safe space to converse upon the struggles of everyday life.